I got the call! Southwest Cues! - Page 2

Icon of Sin · 04-23-2019, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt_24

After placing my name on the list in 2005, I finally got the call from Laurie to begin designing my cues! I’m over the moon excited. Now I have to figure out what I want. Any suggestions?

You waited 14 years to get the call from Southwest and the first thing you do is ask us for our suggestions.

If I were you, I wouldn't look at this thread anymore and make this all your own.

Congrats on the cue.

Matt_24 · 04-23-2019, 06:06 AM

Nevermind...

Matt_24 · 04-23-2019, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by trob

Lol what a joke.. and you make fun of us for buying a revo lol that wait is just silly.

I've never made fun of anyone for buying a REVO. In fact I said, if buying "x" equipment makes pool more fun for anyone than go for it. I'm all for it.

Why are you so mad, Trob?

The first pool mentor I had was a great player in the early 90s and he had a Southwest Cue (a Jerry Franklin). I just thought it was kind of monumental to make it through the long wait list. And I wanted to share and see if anyone had any wood combinations they suggested.

Peace!

"In this life, I choose fun" - Jerry Garcia

Matt_24 · 04-23-2019, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Icon of Sin

You waited 14 years to get the call from Southwest and the first thing you do is ask us for our suggestions.

If I were you, I wouldn't look at this thread anymore and make this all your own.

Congrats on the cue.

It's not that serious. Just wanted to know if anyone had any suggestions. I regret starting this thread.

Matt_24 · 04-23-2019, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael Andros

Congrats. Everyone is different. That said, I would say make it smooth, sleek and simple.

Thanks, Michael.

Matt_24 · 04-23-2019, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Maxx

Why? I'm sure he had another cue to shoot with and with no deposit what's the issue?

Matt, pretty exciting news, enjoy the process and be sure to show it off in the gallery when you get it!

Yes, lots of cue over 14 years. Thanks for the positivity.

PRED · 04-23-2019, 06:18 AM

One of them should have inlays, ivory, and Ebony.

Michael Andros · 04-23-2019, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt_24

Thanks, Michael.

You're welcome, Matt. To take this one step further, I would suggest ( though I'm sure I'm preaching to the choir, here ), IGNORING any of the keyboard cowboys here who feel they just gotta get their daily dose of ( unwarranted ) attention. Good luck with the new cue. Go bust somebody with it when you get it.

Jack Justis · **South West -** 04-23-2019, 06:41 AM

After waiting a lifetime, I would get every option they offer plus a unique design that they have never done. These types of South West cues always demand higher pricing and they hold their value forever. Take my word on this one.......don't go cheap.

PRED · 04-23-2019, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Jack Justis

After waiting a lifetime, I would get every option they offer plus a unique design that they have never done. These types of South West cues always demand higher pricing and they hold their value forever. Take my word on this one.......don't go cheap.

I agree! My request would be an Ebony and Ivory box cue.

triley41395 · 04-23-2019, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt_24

I regret starting this thread.

You shouldn't regret it. There are plenty of us who wish they were in your shoes. Congrats

Matt_24 · 04-23-2019, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Jack Justis

After waiting a lifetime, I would get every option they offer plus a unique design that they have never done. These types of South West cues always demand higher pricing and they hold their value forever. Take my word on this one.......don't go cheap.

Thanks, Legend. Advice greatly appreciated and noted.

pfduser · 04-23-2019, 07:04 AM

I know there for awhile they wouldn't take a order with ebony in it. Don't know about now though. But if it was me I would go with ebony into ebony with bright blue veneers. Congrats on your Southwest!

jokrswylde · 04-23-2019, 07:10 AM

Forgive my ignorance, but is Southwest a company such as meucci, or is it a single custom maker? You stated the call said "they" were ready to start on your cue. Just curious what makes a 15 year waiting list, unless it is one single guy using hand tools and making a couple cues a year.

Anyway, congrats on the new cue and good luck with the design. Hopefully it will be an heirloom piece that stays with you forever!

Matt_24 · 04-23-2019, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by jokrswylde

Forgive my ignorance, but is Southwest a company such as meucci, or is it a single custom maker? You stated the call said "they" were ready to start on your cue. Just curious what makes a 15 year waiting list, unless it is one single guy using hand tools and making a couple cues a year.

Anyway, congrats on the new cue and good luck with the design. Hopefully it will be an heirloom piece that stays with you forever!

Wait list is based on demand, production capabilities, wood availabilities, and number of orders.

To my knowledge Laurie manages the business and they have two builders who've been making SW cues longer than the originator, Jerry did. But they learned from him and continue his tradition of excellence.

They've made a great playing cue used by Champions since their beginning (see Demand).